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Whirlpool DWF 403 W (245,399,10), DWF 403 W User guide

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GB SUMMARY
BEFORE USING THE DISHWASHER
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81
PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT
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81
PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
PAGE
81
ENERGY AND WATER SAVING TIPS
PAGE
81
HOW TO FILL THE SALT CONTAINER
PAGE
82
HOW TO FILL THE RINSE AID DISPENSER
PAGE
83
HOW TO FILL THE DETERGENT DISPENSER
PAGE
83
CONNECTIONS
PAGE
84
MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING
PAGE
86
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
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87
AFTER-SALES SERVICE
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87
For maximum satisfaction from your dishwasher, carefully read these user
instructions and consult the wash programme chart.
81
•
After unpacking, make sure the appliance is
undamaged and that the door closes
correctly. Do not use the appliance if it is
damaged. If in doubt, consult your local
retailer.
•
Keep potentially hazardous packaging
(plastic bags etc.) out of the reach of children.
•
This appliance is designed for use in the
home in compliance with its intended
purpose.
•
All water and electrical connections must be
carried out by a qualified technician in
compliance with the manufacturer's
instructions (refer to the enclosed installation
booklet) and current local safety regulations.
1. Packing
The packing box may be fully recycled as
confirmed by the recycling symbol .
2. Appliance
The appliance is built from reusable
materials.
If you decide to scrap the dishwasher, it
must be disposed of in compliance with local
waste disposal laws. Before scrapping, cut
off the power cable so that the appliance
cannot be connected to the mains.
Child safety
•
Do not allow children to play with the
dishwasher.
•
Store the detergent, rinse aid and salt in a dry
place out of the reach of children.
General recommendations
•
Only use detergents, rinse aids and
regeneration salts specially recommended
for use in domestic dishwashers.
•
On completion of the wash programme
switch off the dishwasher and turn off the
water tap.
•
Before cleaning or carrying out maintenance,
switch off the appliance, disconnect the
mains plug and turn off the water tap.
•
If a fault occurs, switch off the appliance and
turn off the water tap.
•
The open dishwasher door can only support
the weight of the loaded rack when pull out.
Do not rest objects on the open door or sit or
stand on it since the appliance may topple
over.
•
If necessary, the power cable may be
replaced with one the same obtained from
our After-Sales Service. The power cable
must only be replaced by a qualified
technician.
• For appliances with water-stop system:
The water inlet hose and plastic casing
contain electrical components. Do not
therefore cut the hose or immerse the plastic
casing in water. If the hose is damaged
switch off the appliance immediately.
•
Do not use solvents inside the dishwasher:
risk of explosion!
•
Load capacity: 9 place settings
.
EC Declaration of Conformity
This appliance has been designed,
constructed and distributed in compliance
with the safety requirements of EC
Directives:
•
73/23/EC
•
89/336/EC
•
93/68/EC
•
Do not rinse crockery under running water.
•
If ecological energy sources are available
such as solar panel heating, heat pumps or
centralised heating systems, the appliance
may be connected to the hot water mains up
to a maximum temperature of 60°C.
Make sure the water inlet hose is of the
correct type. Refer to the “Connections”
chapter in these user instructions.
BEFORE USING THE DISHWASHER
PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT
PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
ENERGY AND WATER SAVING TIPS
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Check the water hardness level in your
area.
Consult your local Water Board, check your
last water bill for the correct adjustment.
• Set the water hardness by turning the
selector (if fitted and according to the
model).
Use the tables below to set the dial
to the required setting:
•
with 5 settings (see drawing):
*
If the water hardness level falls within category
(soft), no salt is required.
•
with 3 settings (see drawing):
• If the water hardness level exceeds
category 1-2 (medium), before using the
dishwasher for the first time, fill the salt
container and run a wash cycle so that
any excess saline solution discharged is
immediately removed by the water to
prevent corrosion. The pre-rinse cycle is
not sufficient for this purpose.
• Check the salt level regularly.
• Important: Only use regeneration salts
recommended for use in domestic
dishwashers. Do not fill the salt container
with detergent as this will cause
irreparable damage to the water softener
system.
To fill the salt container:
1.
Remove the lower rack.
2.
Unscrew the cap by turning it counter-
clockwise.
3.
If the dishwasher is new, fill the salt container
with water (about 1 liter).
4.
Fill the container by using the provided funnel
to the rim with salt (about 1.2 kg) and stir.
5.
Screw the cap back on by turning it
clockwise.
5 Settings: (Factory setting 2).
3 Settings: (Factory setting Max.).
Salt level indicator
The dishwasher is equipped with an electric salt
level indicator (depending on the model).
Electric indicator:
The salt level indicator lamp on the control
panel illuminates when the salt container is
empty.
HOW TO FILL THE SALT CONTAINER
Selector
setting
Water
hardness
French
degrees °fH
German
degrees °dH
1 1 soft * 0 - 15 0 - 9
1 1 - 2 medium 16 - 25 10 - 15
2 2 medium 26 - 38 16 - 22
3 3 medium-hard 39 - 60 23 - 35
4 4 hard 61 - 80 36 - 46
5 4 very hard 81 - 92 47 - 54
Water
hardness
French
degrees °fH
German
degrees °dH
Minimum adjustment 0 - 15 0 - 9
Medium adjustment 16 - 40 10 - 23
Maximum adjustment 40 - 92 24 - 54
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The rinse aid facilitates drying and prevents the
formation of unsightly spots, streaks and
carbonate deposits on crockery. Before using
the dishwasher for the first time, fill the rinse aid
dispenser. Thereafter, regularly check the rinse
aid level.
Only use rinse aids recommended for use in
domestic dishwashers.
1.
Unscrew the cap. Fill the dispenser with rinse
aid while monitoring the level indicator
D
(about 130 ml).
2. Immediately wipe away any spilt rinse aid
to prevent excess suds which may spoil
washing results.
3.
Close the cap or lid
.
How to adjust the rinse aid
dosage regulator.
(Open the cover and close again following
adjustment). Factory setting: 3.
If you are not satisfied with washing or drying
results, change the dial setting with a spoon
handle or coin (see
E
in the drawing).
If crockery is prone to whitish streaks, reduce the
dosage by turning the dial to a lower setting.
If instead crockery is wet, dull or spotted,
increase the dosage by turning the dial to a
higher setting.
Rinse aid level indicator (visual or electric
indicator depending on the model installed).
Visual indicator:
light
=empty
dark
=full.
Only use detergents recommended for use in
domestic dishwashers. If you use “new
generation” enzyme-based detergents,
select the Bio programmes which are also
suitable for all normal detergents.
If you use detergents in pellet form, follow the
manufacturer's directions for use.
Always use the recommended dosage stated on
the detergent pack. The use of detergent in
excess of the recommended dosage may cause
suds, poor washing results and pollution.
The recommended dosage varies between
different brands.
Only fill the detergent dispenser prior to start
a wash programme.
To open on lid (see
C
in the drawing).
HOW TO FILL THE RINSE AID DISPENSER
HOW TO FILL THE DETERGENT DISPENSER
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Refer to the separate installation instructions
booklet.
Water inlet and drain:
•
Strictly follow local Water Board regulations.
•
Make sure the inlet and drain hoses are kink-
free and are not crushed.
•
If the hose length does not suffice, replace
with similar hoses obtained from your local
dealer or our After-Sales Service.
•
The inlet hose must be securely clamped to
the water tap to prevent leaks.
•
When installing the appliance, make sure the
drain water discharges correctly and, if
necessary, remove the wire gauze from the
sink siphon.
•
Secure the drain hose with a clamp to the
siphon to prevent it from dropping off during
operation.
•
For appliances with water-stop system only:
if the water connections are made correctly,
the water-stop system safeguards your home
against damage caused by flooding.
Electrical connections:
•
Closely adhere to local Electricity Board
regulations.
•
Voltage information is shown on the rating
plate mounted inside the door on the right
hand side.
•
The appliance must be earthed as prescribed
by law.
•
Do not use extension leads or multiple
adapters etc.
•
Before carrying out maintenance, disconnect
the mains plug.
•
Do not use the dishwasher if it has been
damaged in transit. Consult your local retailer
or our After-Sales Service.
•
The power cable must only be replaced by a
qualified technician.
CONNECTIONS
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1) ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
“Warning - this appliance must be
earthed”
This appliance is normally supplied with a
mains lead having a plug fitted in the factory
which has been checked for correct earth
continuity.
If the fitted plug is not suitable for your socket
outlet, or if the machine’s mains lead is not
fitted with a plug, you should fit a suitable new,
good quality plug by following the instructions in
(2) below.
Any unsuitable plug should be cut off and
disposed of in order to avoid a possible shock
hazard should it be inserted into a socket.
2) CONNECTION TO A REWIRABLE
PLUG - to be carried out only by a
qualified electrician
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in
accordance with the following code:
BLUE - “NEUTRAL” (“N”)
BROWN - “LIVE” (“L”)
GREEN AND YELLOW - “EARTH” (“E”)
To fit a new plug, proceed as follows:
2.1Polarized Plugs (e.g. 3 pin, 13 amp plug
conforming to BS 1363A)
a.
The GREEN AND YELLOW wire must be
connected to the terminal in the plug which
is marked with the letter
E
or by the Earth
symbol or coloured yellow or green and
yellow.
b.
The BLUE wire must be connected to the
terminal which is marked with the letter
N
or
coloured black.
c.
The BROWN wire must be connected to the
terminal which is marked with the letter
L
or
coloured red.
2.2Non-polarized plugs (e.g. 2 pin with side
earth contact)
The wire which is coloured GREEN AND
YELLOW must be connected to the earth
contact. The other two wires should be
connected to the two pins, irrespective of
colour.
3) FUSE REPLACEMENT
If the mains lead of this appliance is fitted with
a BS 1363A 13 amp fused plug, replace the
fuse only with an A.S.T.A. approved type
conforming to BS 1362 and proceed as follows:
1.
Remove the fuse cover (
A
) and the fuse
(
B
).
2.
Fit the replacement 13 A fuse into the fuse
cover.
3.
Refit both into the plug.
For all other types of plug, the supply socket
should be protected by a 16 A fuse or circuit
breaker at the distribution board.
CONNECTIONS
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Before cleaning or carrying out maintenance,
press the ON/OFF push button and close the
water tap.
1.
Clean the appliance exterior with a neutral
detergent. Do not use abrasive detergents.
2.
Regularly wipe the door seal and inside of the
door with a damp cloth to remove any food
residues.
If the spray nozzles become clogged with
food residues,
clean the spray arms as follows:
Upper spray arm:
•
Detach the spray arm by pushing it up
1
and
turning it counter-clockwise
2
then pull it
down
3
.
•
Rinse the nozzles under running water.
•
Remount the spray arm by aligning it with the
rotary mounting and insert it.
Make sure the spray arm rotates freely.
Lower spray arm:
•
Pull the spray arm up (see drawing).
•
Rinse the nozzles under running water.
•
Remount the spray arm by aligning it with the
rotor pin and insert it.
•
Remount the spray arm and pull it down.
Make sure the spray arm rotates freely.
Cleaning the filters:
1.
Rotate the central filter
H
by turning it
counter-clockwise and extract it by pulling it
up.
2.
Pull out the cylindrical filter
L
and extract it
from the microfilter
M
separate the plactic
filters by gently pushing on both pieces and
pull (see drawing).
3.
Having removed the central filter you have
also the possibility to take out the
G
filter (it is
sufficient to lift it out).
4.
Clean all the components.
While reassembling please note that the
filters must be correctly assembled to
ensure good washing results.
MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING
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If a fault occurs, before contacting our After-Sales Service, make the following
checks to try and remedy the problem.
Restart the wash programme to see if the
fault repeats.
If the malfunction persists, switch off the
appliance and turn off the water tap. Call our
After-Sales Service.
The appliance will not switch on:
•
Power plug properly inserted in the mains
socket?
•
Power failure?
•
Have you switched the dishwasher on or
have you pressed the On/Off push button?
Tap turned on? If not:
•
Turn on the water tap.
•
Make sure the water hose filter is not
clogged.
To do this, turn off the water tap, disconnect
the water hose, clean the filter, reconnect
the water hose to the tap and turn on the tap.
•
Door closed properly?
Crockery still dirty after washing:
•
Have you selected the correct programme?
•
Have you used the correct amount of
detergent?
•
Filters clogged or incorrectly assembled?
•
Spray arms blocked or nozzles clogged?
•
Salt container cap screwed down?
•
Crockery loaded correctly? (the water jets
must spray the entire surface of all items).
•
Filters clogged?
Crockery loaded upside down?
When loading large items in particular, make
sure the water circulates and does not collect
inside them.
Spotted crockery:
•
Water hardness duly checked and
regulated?
•
Salt container empty?
•
Insufficient detergent?
Spotted glasses and cutlery:
•
Too much rinse aid? (Adjust the rinse aid
regulator to a lower setting).
When the appliance will not be used for a
long period:
•
Run twice the “Pre-Rinse” programme.
•
Clean the filters.
•
Take the power plug out of its socket.
•
Leave the door ajar to prevent bad odours.
•
Close the water tap.
Upon re-use of the appliance please follow
the following procedure:
•
Open the water tap.
•
Reconnect the power plug to the socket.
Note:
On some models when the On/Off push button is
pressed, a pre-rinse cycle is performed prior to
the actual wash programme to regenerate the
water softener system.
Before contacting our After-Sales
Service:
1.
Try to remedy the problem (see
“Troubleshooting Guide”).
2.
Switch off the dishwasher and restart the
wash programme to see if the fault repeats.
If, after carrying out the above checks the
malfunction persists, call our After-Sales
Service and specify:
•
The nature of the
problem.
•
The appliance type
and model.
•
The service number
(the number after the
word Service on the
adhesive label)
located inside the
door on the right hand
side.
•
Your name, address and telephone number.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
AFTER-SALES SERVICE
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